Description
The Bently Nevada 3500/05 (often referenced as Bently 3500/05) is the core System Rack framework for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. The rack houses all 3500 monitor modules, rack power supplies, and the Rack Interface Module (RIM), providing the physical backplane infrastructure required for power distribution and inter-module communication.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes) |
| Product Series | 3500 Monitoring System |
| Product Type | 3500/05 System Rack |
| Rack Sizes Available | Full-Size (19-inch EIA rack with 14 available module slots)
Mini-Rack (12-inch rack with 7 available module slots) |
| Mounting Options | Panel Mount, Rack Mount (19-inch EIA rails), or Bulkhead Mount (Full-size only) |
| Mandatory Slot Allocations | Power Supply modules and Rack Interface Module (RIM) must occupy the far-left rack positions |
| Backplane Construction | Extruded aluminum chassis with integrated multi-layer printed circuit backplane bus |
| Agency Approvals | CSA / cULus, ATEX, CE compliance options (verify with OEM datasheet) |
| Operating Temperature | -30 to +65°C (-22 to +149°F) |
Supply & Commercial Terms
- Condition: New Surplus / Factory Sealed / Fully Tested Refurbished (specify exact inventory status upon inquiry)
- Availability: Stock dependent; typical dispatch within 1 to 2 weeks for configured part strings.
- Warranty: 12-month standard replacement warranty from date of delivery.
- Pricing Note: Listed price is indicative and subject to market conditions; contact us for a firm quote.
Field Deployment & Integration Context
When installing a Bently Nevada 3500 rack system, ensure proper slot discipline: the primary and optional secondary power supplies alongside the Rack Interface Module (RIM) must occupy the designated slots on the far-left side of the backplane. The remaining 14 slots (in full-size racks) or 7 slots (in mini-racks) are available for any combination of monitor modules (e.g., 3500/40M, 3500/42M) and relay modules.
When panel-mounting or rack-mounting the unit, verify that cutout tolerances and airflow clearances match the installation manual requirements to avoid thermal trapping inside enclosures. If internal safety barriers are used, account for the increased chassis depth specified in the physical layout guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the digit options in a full 3500/05 part number represent?
The complete ordering option string (e.g., 3500/05-AXX-BXX-CXX-DXX-EXX) defines parameters such as rack size (A), mounting style (B), agency approvals (C), reserved options (D), and European CE compliance (E).
Can a 3500 Mini-Rack be mounted via Bulkhead mounting?
No. The 12-inch Mini-Rack format is only available in Panel Mount and Rack Mount configurations; the Bulkhead mount option is restricted to full-size 19-inch racks.
Are backplane connectors interchangeable between module types?
Yes, the 3500 backplane uses a universal bus design across usable slots, though specific I/O modules matching each monitor type must be installed at the rear corresponding to that slot position.
